Precinct Election Officials (P.E.O.s)

General Information

The Lucas County Board of Elections is looking for civic-minded individuals to staff its 332 precincts on Election Day. Duties include but, are not limited to, verifying voter eligibility; processing voters; the opening and closing of the polling location; assembling the Touch Screen Voting Machines; and other required Election Day tasks.

Minimum qualifications are:

Must be a registered voter in Lucas County

Must have reliable transportation

Must have a working telephone number

Must have no felony convictions or any violation of the election laws

Must attend a training class

Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

We encourage you to become involved in the rewarding experience of public service. Do not hesitate. Fill out the Precinct Election Official Application, print it, sign it and mail or deliver to:

POSITIONS:
Voting Location Manager (VLM) - The voting location manager is responsible for the overall polling location operations, to ensure that all Election Day duties are achieved. Duties include but are not limited to: the opening and closing of the location; picking up and returning Election Day supplies; assigning Election Day duties to other Precinct Election Officials; and assisting voters with the voting process.
Location Rover (LR) – Assists the VLM with all responsibilities and procedures at the polling place. Assists with the overall flow of the polling location for voters. Assists voters with the voting process.

Precinct Election Official(PEO) - Assists the VLM with the opening and closing of the polling place, assists voters with the voting process and other Election Day duties in which they may be assigned.

Youth at the Booth

High School students who are 17 years of age and a senior are encouraged to be Precinct Election Officials (Poll Workers) on Election Day. All the requirements and procedures mandated for Precinct Election Officials also applies to students.